WarPlan is an immersive World War II simulation engine designed to balance realism with accessibility, bringing together elements from decades of WWII board wargaming experience. Recreate the complexities of World War II with a versatile engine and detailed database that enable a faithful reenactment of the conflict.

Created by Kraken Studios, WarPlan emphasizes user-friendliness combined with strategic depth. Its intuitive interface minimizes micromanagement, allowing players to focus on strategy and tactical decisions.

Game Scales and Map Details

The scope of WarPlan is vast, featuring up to 70 playable countries and a large-scale map with a unique Peters projection (50 km or 30 miles per hex) for realistic distance representation. Army sizes range from 15,000 to 60,000 soldiers per unit, while air and naval units each include hundreds of aircraft or multiple capital ships and escorts, respectively.

Combat System and Unit Diversity

Engagements unfold across land, sea, and air. Land battles feature multihex attacks and operational points, allowing players to carry out coordinated maneuvers and front-line breakthroughs. Air units can target specific locations and support ground offensives automatically. Naval encounters offer night, surface, submarine, and carrier warfare with specialized fleet actions and raiding modes. Strategic use of zones of control also limits enemy maneuvers.

WarPlan offers 20 types of units with unique national attributes, 17 advancements, and five specializations. These units may be configured and combined into formations, with generals and support units enhancing combat effectiveness. With potential for up to 120 different land unit configurations, each player can create a customized force structure.

Country and Resource Management

WarPlan’s economy considers key resources such as oil, manpower, and logistics, with trade agreements and convoy routes integral to strategic planning. Players manage resources, develop advancements, and make strategic decisions with 47 possible unit setups. Supplies are routed through railways, cities, and headquarters, emphasizing the challenges of campaigns like North Africa. Diplomacy options include war declarations, coups, negotiations, and influence campaigns, adding complexity to the loyalty and entry levels of nations.

Map and Terrain Variety

The hex-based map is divided into 15 terrain types with variable features like movement restrictions, airfield capacity, and defense bonuses. Resources come in 12 forms, plus five strategic resource categories. Fog of War and five weather conditions introduce uncertainty and add to the tactical challenge.

Main Features

• 70 playable countries, with up to 30-mile hex scaling
• 15 terrain types, each with unique movement and defense qualities
• 20 unit types with varied configurations and advancements
• Weather, Fog of War, and comprehensive unit detection system
• Resource management, trade, supply lines, and diplomacy
• Multiplayer modes: AI, hotseat, PBEM